Senior Associate – Intellectual Property Disputes

William James Recruitment is exclusively instructed by an award-winning, top UK, full-service law firm recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm operates from offices across the UK.

The firm has a long-standing trusted legal advice to individuals, SMEs, and major national and international companies. The firm combines partner-led expertise across all specialist departments and offers a collaborative, service-driven and entrepreneurial culture.

The Role

The Intellectual Property team is seeking an experienced and commercially-minded Senior Associate to handle IP disputes and litigation, including:

• Trade marks and passing off
• Copyright and design rights
• Patents
• Brand protection, IP enforcement, and infringement claims
• Drafting and negotiating licensing, franchise, sponsorship, naming rights, and IP exploitation agreements

The successful candidate will work directly with partners and a talented team of Associates, handling high-profile matters across sports, fashion, and brand sectors. You will take ownership of cases, supervise junior team members, and contribute to business development and client engagement initiatives.

The Candidate

• 5+ years’ experience in IP disputes/litigation
• Strong technical knowledge and a commercial mindset
• Proven client-facing skills
• Experience advising on high-value, complex IP matters
• Enthusiasm for mentoring and developing junior colleagues
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive team culture

Why this is a great opportunity

• Be part of a dynamic, ambitious, and supportive IP team
• Exposure to UK and international IP disputes
• Work in a firm that values integrity, collaboration, and career development
• Competitive remuneration and excellent career progression opportunities

If you’re an IP lawyer who thrives on complex disputes, creative solutions, and client engagement, this is a fantastic chance to join a leading, award-winning firm with a vibrant, inclusive culture.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)

Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665

Mobile: 07944 055 476

Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com